Director of Finance

p>Job Title: Director of Finance

Location of Position: Corner Brook, NL

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Salary: $80,800 to $109,300 yearly. Commensurate with education, qualifications, and experience.

The Qalipu First Nation:

Qalipu First Nation is currently looking to hire a dynamic individual to fill the position of Director of Finance. Qalipu First Nation is a sophisticated organization with Certifications in the First Nations Financial Management Board (FNFMB), International Standards Organization (ISO) and others.

The Role:

The Director of Finance will support the organization and continually evaluate best industry practices in comparison to internal systems and needed resources while working towards both future needs and budget realities. The Director of Finance will require a good understanding of FNFMB and ISO policies and will be responsible for assuring compliance. The Director of Finance will be responsible for overseeing and continuing to develop policy, provide feedback, and collaborate with staff on potential compliance issues. The Director of Finance will keep us on track with requirements while keeping us up to date with the ever-changing landscape.

The Director of Finance will act as the primary liaison to the Band's Finance & Audit Committee, working closely to strengthen the Band's financial position. strong>

Reporting to the Band Manager, the Director of Finance will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day financial operations, accounting, strategic planning, business development, FNFMB and ISO compliance, and other internal initiatives.

Qualifications:

Education: Educational requirements will include a Bachelor's level degree in Commerce, Business Management, or a related area from an accredited university or college. An accounting designation (CPA) or partial completion would be advantageous.

Experience: Preferred candidates will possess a strong accounting background, well-developed analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, a strong working knowledge of Sage, MS Office, and three years of experience working at a management level within a fast-paced and demanding organization. p>

Working Conditions: This is an office-based position with duties predominantly met during regular working hours. li>

Statutory and Non-Statutory Holidays: Employees are entitled to 13 days off to cover Statutory and Non-statutory holidays per year.Summer Office Hours: Office hours during the summer months are from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm Monday to Thursday, Friday 8:30 am to 12:30 pm. li>Christmas Break: The office closes for 2 weeks during the Christmas break; li>Registered Pension Plan: QFN has a pension plan, FT senior management may contribute from 4 to 9%, employee contributions are matched by the Band.FT Sick and Family Medical: Full Time Employees are entitled to 12 paid sick and family medical days per year.Under 2 hours Medical Appointment: Employees may attend an appointment of less than 2 hours with no deductions to Sick and Family Medical.Discretionary Bereavement: One day off per year for the death of a relative not included as immediate family, a close friend or neighbor.Cell Phone Benefit: $500 per year.

Apply: If you are interested in this position, please apply online with resume, covering letter, and three professional references to:

Megan Jackson | Recruiter | megan@highertalent.Diplomas/Certificates for Post-Secondary Education and Training, a Criminal Record Check, and a Vulnerable Sector Query are required.

The successful applicant must have a valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle.

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